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Do you need support in understanding, accepting, or navigating your sexual orientation? It can be hard to embrace your identity if you are gay or lesbian, and even harder if you identify as bisexual, pansexual, queer, or otherwise. Sometimes the labels of sexual orientation get in the way of just understanding and listening to yourself.

If you aren’t sure of your sexual orientation or which genders you are attracted to, seeking therapy is a great step to take. Whether you are located in downtown Rancho Palos Verdes, the suburbs of Rancho Palos Verdes, other nearby places such as Long Beach, Redondo Beach, or anywhere else in California, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Signs You Could Benefit from a Therapist for Sexual Orientation

If you’re not sure whether you should seek treatment for sexual orientation issues and identities, we can help. Here are some signs indicating you could use the help of a trained professional:

  • You aren’t sure which genders you are attracted to.
  • You have internal turmoil between what you experience and what you want.
  • You are struggling to accept your sexual orientation.
  • You have experienced, or are currently experiencing, trauma related to your sexual orientation.
  • You need mental or emotional support with regard to your sexual orientation.
  • You don’t feel good about yourself.
  • You want people to know your sexual orientation, but are not sure how to tell them.

As one anonymous contributor shared about therapy and sexual orientation, "Therapy helped me love my queer self for who I am. I learned that I didn’t need to label my sexuality to understand it."

Get Started with Sexual Orientation Therapy Today!

Therapy for sexual orientation can drastically improve your mental health, leading you to become a happier, more confident version of yourself. And Mental Health Match can help you get started by matching you with a quality therapist in your area. Just browse the experts below or use our free therapist matching tool.

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With a depth of knowledge and expertise in sex therapy, I offer guidance and support tailored to the unique needs and experiences of each individual or couple. Clients appreciate my ability to listen and help without judgment, holding space for all.

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My approach to sex therapy is rooted in compassion and empathy, fostering a sense of safety and trust that allows clients to feel comfortable discussing sensitive topics related to alternative lifestyles and sexuality. I focus on safety and respect.

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As your counselor, I will work with you to help you identify the negative patterns and behaviors that may be impacting your life, and together we can help you achieve the changes and/or the healing you desire.

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Common issues people seek therapy are for depression, divorce, anxiety, parenting, life changes, cultural issues, job stress, adjustments, stress, and low self esteem.

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I believe coming in therapy 1xs a week is not sufficient to correct years of established patterns. Thus, I will give you homework and hold you accountable in what we discuss in therapy. We must change, in order for things to change.

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